After two days of not moves, it's clear that the Carolina Hurricanes are not making moves just to make moves. It's a smart play by the defending Stanley Cup champions, who have 98% of their roster coming back for the 2026-27 season. What does their roster situation look like? On the Friday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on why the Hurricanes being patient makes the most sense, especially with them having $11.105M left in cap space. If contracts right now seem high, there is no need to make a move just to say a move has been made. Plus, it seems they don't want to ruin roster chemistry. Secondly, what does the roster situation look like for the Hurricanes? With them having 98% of their Stanley Cup roster returning, does it make sense to force something? Finally, Zach concludes the show by going over the John Carlson situation of the defenseman going to Tampa for two years. While it did not fully work out, why is it not a big deal that Carlson isn't coming to Raleigh? All of that and more, on the latest edition of Locked On Hurricanes.

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After the first day of the NHL Free Agency, the Carolina Hurricanes remained relatively quiet when it came to moves. The defending Stanley Cup champions have 98% of their roster signed through next season, so it makes sense why they won't make many moves on Day 1. That said, what stood out? On the Thursday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on how the Hurricanes stayed quiet on Day 1 of free agency. While there was some noise around John Carlson and Alexander Nikishin, nothing came on that front. Furthermore, the Hurricanes don't need to make moves as of right now, with them having most of their Stanley Cup team signed in 2026-27. Secondly, the Hurricanes do see Domenick Fensore and Ryan Suzuki move on to other teams after spending some time within the organization. Where did they go, and how much did they receive from their new teams? What does it mean for the Hurricanes? Finally, Zach shares his overall thoughts about Day 1 of free agency, which saw some crazy signings and trades. What stood out the most, and why is it not surprising to see a lot of trades, along with free agent signings? All of that and more, on the latest edition of Locked On Hurricanes.

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As we start a new week in the offseason, what's the latest news surrounding the Carolina Hurricanes? Between arbitration, a new signing, and a way too early roster projection, how are things shaping up in Raleigh? On the Monday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on the news of Ronan Seeley electing for arbitration. Earlier in the week, the Hurricanes gave Seeley a qualifying offer, along with six other players. However, he decided to go to arbitration on Sunday. What could that look like for both sides? Secondly, the Hurricanes signed netminder Zach Sawchenko to a one-year, two-way deal on Saturday. What does it mean for both sides as the Hurricanes look to shore up the depth in the crease? Finally, Zach gives his way too early roster line projection ahead of the 2026-27 season. While we are only a few days into free agency and following the draft, what could the team look like? All of that and more, on the latest edition of Locked On Hurricanes.

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During the mega final episode of 32 Thoughts before the summer break, Elliotte Freidman stated that the Carolina Hurricanes were looking to offer sheet a couple of players. One of them as Leo Carlsson, but the one that caught everyone's attention was Detroit Red Wings' Simon Edvinsson. That being said, does it make sense for the Hurricanes to offer sheet for Edvinsson, and would the Red Wings match it? On the Wednesday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on the news of the Hurricanes being interested in Edvinsson. While they are still figure out what to do with Alexander Nikishin, does going after Edvinsson makes sense if nothing works out? Secondly, if the Hurricanes do off sheet hime, how would that work overall with cap space and pick compensation to the Wings? Plus, how would this change the dynamics of the Hurricanes moving forward if this does play out? Finally, Zach concludes the show by shares his thoughts on where the team is at currently. While they have not made many moves, there is a sense that this will be more quieter than usual when it comes to roster constructon that summers past. All of that and more, on the latest edition of Locked On Hurricanes.

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Over the last two days, there has been some news surrounding the Carolina Hurricanes & the Chicago Wolves. The Hurricanes announced the extension of Aleksi Heimosalmi. The 2025-26 Hurricanes team officially has its name on the Stanley Cup, forever etched in history. Also, the Wolves announced their 2026-27 AHL schedule. On the Friday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on the 2025-26 Hurricanes team having their names etched on the Stanley Cup. Who made it on? What does this mean for the legacy of the franchise moving forward as two-time champs? Secondly, Zach shares his thoughts on the news of the Hurricanes re-signing Heimosalmi to a one-year, two-way deal. What does it mean not only for the Hurricanes, but for the Wolves as well? Finally, Zach concludes the show by sharing his thoughts on the Wolves' 2026-27 AHL schedule. What stands out? What games should fans circle on their calendars? All of that and more, on the latest edition of Locked On Hurricanes.

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As we get deeper into the offseason, what are some storylines for the Carolina Hurricanes as they're almost a month away from winning the Stanley Cup? What should fans keep an eye on as we slowly get closer to the 2026-27 season? On the Monday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on what the Hurricanes will do with Jesperi Kotkaniemi. Over the last couple of weeks, he was at the 1/3rd buyout limit, but now, he is set to make over $1 million per season if bought out. If he is not bought out, what can the Hurricanes do to move him if a trade is the way to go? Secondly, Zach shares his thoughts on the Hurricanes waiting out the Alexander Nikishin contract situation, as there has been no updated progress. Is it better to sign him closer to what he wants, or is it something to look into when it comes to a trade? What does a sensible trade look like if he is not signed? Finally, Zach shares his thoughts on how the Hurricanes are possibly going into the upcoming season running it back with the same roster. That said, does it make sense to do so? All of that and more, on the latest edition of Locked On Hurricanes.

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On Tuesday, July 14, The Athletic's Scott Wheeler dropped his Top 100 NHL Drafted Prospects list for Summer 2026. Regarding the Carolina Hurricanes, they had only two players make the Top 100, with a third just missing out as one of the last few to be cut. That said, do their placements make sense, and should there have been another one or two within the organization to be on the list? On the Wednesday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on Bradly Nadeau making the list in the Tier 4 range at the 56th spot. Does what Wheeler said about Nadeau make sense, or is he off? Plus, should Nadeau be higher on the list and in a different tier? Secondly, Zach shares his thoughts on Ivan Ryabkin making the Tier 6 range at the 98th spot. Should he be higher, or is he in the right spot according to Wheeler? Finally, Zach shares his thoughts on how Felix Unger-Sorum just missed out on the Top 100. Should he have been on the list, or did missing out make sense? Plus, who else within the Hurricanes organization has a case to make the Top 100 list? All of that and more, on the latest edition of Locked On Hurricanes.

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It's finally here: the 2026-27 regular season schedule dropped on Thursday for all 32 NHL teams. Regarding the Carolina Hurricanes, we know who they'll face for the upcoming 84-game season. They will face everyone in the Metropolitan Division four times each, and the Atlantic three times each. Outside of that, what should fans keep an eye on for this season? Also, we have another signing. On the Friday Edition of Locked On Hurricanes, Zach begins the show by sharing his thoughts on the Hurricanes' upcoming schedule. We have four games each against the Metro, three against the Atlantic, and two against the Western Conference, but how does it settle out? Secondly, Zach shares his thoughts on the important dates to keep an eye on for fans this upcoming season. Plus, what else stood out from the schedule and more? Finally, Zach concludes the show by sharing his thoughts on the Hurricanes signing William Håkansson to his three-year, entry-level contract. How does the deal break down over the next three seasons for the Swedish defenseman? All of that and more, on the latest edition of Locked On Hurricanes.

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